Grinnell Rest Area Eastbound – I-80

I-80 eastbound travelers near Grinnell in Jasper County, Iowa, can pull in at Grinnell Rest Area. Reported truck parking: 25 spaces, plus 30 car spaces. The next eastbound stop is Victor Rest Area, about 28 miles further along I-80.

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Current operating status not verified — Location data comes from an inventory record. Confirm with the responsible transportation agency before travel.

Location map

Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.

Open directions

Previous and next stop (Eastbound)

Previous: Mitchellville Rest Area ≈ 33 mi along I-80Next: Victor Rest Area ≈ 28 mi along I-80

Order and distance from the official mile markers on I-80.

Reported parking capacity

Car parking30Reported spaces
Truck parking25Reported spaces

Reported capacity from Iowa DOT. This is not real-time vacancy information.

Facilities and amenities

✓ Restrooms✓ Family restroom✓ Accessible facilities✓ Drinking water✓ Picnic tables✓ Pet area✓ Vending machines✓ Public phone✓ RV dump station✓ Wi-Fi

Unknown (not documented in the sources): EV charging, Playground, Visitor information.

A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.

About this rest area

Grinnell Rest Area is a stop for eastbound travelers on I-80 near Grinnell in Iowa. We have no dated confirmation of its current operating status. Confirm the current situation with the Iowa Department of Transportation before you plan a break here.

Location and driving direction

The rest area sits on the eastbound side of I-80 near Grinnell in Jasper County. It is listed near mile marker 180.

Heading the other way? Use Grinnell Rest Area (westbound) instead; the two sides are not connected for drivers.

If you would rather drive on, Victor Rest Area is the next listed stop, around 28 miles ahead by the mile markers.

Parking and amenities

Reported capacity: 30 spaces for cars and 25 for trucks (Iowa DOT).

According to the available records, you will find:

  • Restrooms
  • Family restroom
  • Accessible facilities
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic tables
  • Pet area
  • Vending machines
  • Public phone
  • RV dump station
  • Wi-Fi

These are capacity figures, not a live count of free spaces. Availability of individual amenities can change.

Map and coordinates

Recorded coordinates: 41.694138, -92.773629. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.

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Frequently asked questions

Which side of I-80 is this rest area on?

It serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 80 near Grinnell. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.

Is truck parking available?

Iowa DOT lists 25 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.

Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?

Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.

Is there a pet area?

A pet area is listed for this location. Keep pets leashed and follow posted rules.

What is the next stop on I-80?

Victor Rest Area, about 28 miles further along I-80 by the official mile markers.